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Section4.3: Zeros Of Polynomials
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Let f(x) = a(x)^3 + b(x)^2 + c(x) + d, where a, b, c and d are constant real numbers, with a ≠ 0. How many critical points can f have? List all possible cases, and provide an example (with explanation) for each case.

Let f(x) = ax³ + bx² +cx+d, where a, b, c and d are constant real numbers, with a +0.
How many critical points can f have? List all possible cases, and provide an example (with
explanation) for each case.
Transcribed Image Text:Let f(x) = ax³ + bx² +cx+d, where a, b, c and d are constant real numbers, with a +0. How many critical points can f have? List all possible cases, and provide an example (with explanation) for each case.
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